Others can be found as cufflinks, which are highly desirable Photo: Peter Wilson auctioneers In the 18th century, intrepid aristocrats making the Grand Tour and bringing home rare Roman antiquities and works of art to decorate their country mansions, would collect the intaglios in much the same way today's tourists bring home souvenirs.

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